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A wide sandy beach on the Camel estuary backed by sand dunes and a golf course. The beach has rock pools and is on the southern edge of the Polzeath Voluntary Marine Nature Reserve. The water at the beach is shallow and ideal for bathing.
Access: Take the Wadebridge to Polzeath road and turn left to Rock, then right for Daymer. Access to the beach is good but requires the use of some steps.
Character: sandy, rocky.
Leisure facilities: windsurfing, rock pooling.
Beach facilities: toilets, cafe, shop.
Car parking: pay.
Surrounding area: nature reserve, village, golf.
Awards: MCS recommended.
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On the eastern side of Trevose Head sits Harlyn Bay. A popular family beach with easy access and a large car park. Harlyn is a perfect, sandy, crescent-shaped beach surrounded by dunes and low cliffs. Five minutes drive from St Merryn village and ten minutes from Padstow, it is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by open fields and valleys. Surfing conditions are ideal for the relatively inexperienced performer.
Access: the nearest access point is Wadebridge or St Merryn village.
Character: sandy, rocky, shingle, dunes, cliffs.
Leisure activities: windsurfing, surfing, sailing, canoeing.
Beach activities: cafe/restaurant, surfboard hire, toilets, first aid, lifeguards, lost child centre.
Car parking: pay.
Surrounding area: shops, campsite.
Awards: MCS Recommended, Seaside Award 2004 (rural).
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A beautiful isolated rural beach which is hidden in a bay along the South West Coastal Path.
Access: from Padstow on the B3276 turn right, following signs to Harlyn and Trevose Head, past Trevose Farm; parking is situated on the right.
Character: sandy.
Leisure facilities: walking.
Beach facilities: none.
Car parking: small car park.
Surrounding area: farmland.
Awards: MCS recommended.
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Trevone bay is located to the south of Trevose head and to the north of Harlyn bay. This gently shelving, sandy beach is surrounded by cliffs and situated in an area of great geological interest. There is ample parking during the summer season.
Access: The nearest town is Padstow.
Character: sandy, rocky, shingle, cliffs.
Leisure facilities: surfing.
Beach facilities: cafe/restaurant, toilets, surfboard hire, first aid, lifeguards, dog-restricted area, lost child centre.
Car parking: pay; disabled visitors parking
Surrounding area: village, camp site, nature reserve.
Awards: Blue Flag award, MCS recommended, Seaside award 2004 (rural)
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Polzeath can be found close to the Camel estuary. This popular beach is well used by surfers and bathers and offers a wide range of facilities. A large expanse of flat sand at low tide provides for a number of activities that can be organised on the beach, or just for relaxing in the sun. The Heritage Coast Service regularly organises seashore searches of the rock pools near New Polzeath, as part of its summer programme at the Polzeath Marine Wildlife Visitor Centre.
Access: The nearest town is Wadebridge. Follow the B3314 towards Polzeath from Wadebridge. The route is signed.
Character: sandy, rocky, shingle, cliffs.
Leisure activities: sailing, surfing, canoeing.
Beach facilities: cafe/restaurant, toilets, disabled facilities and access, slipways, ceckchair hire, surfboard hire, first aid, lifeguards, dog-restricted area, crazy golf, lost child centre, entertainers.
Car parking: pay; disabled visitors parking
Surrounding area: town, village, shops, camp site.
Awards: 2003 Blue Flag award, 2004 Seaside award (resort).
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This is a small cove beach near Padstow with sand, rocky outcrops and pools, ideal for crabbing. Impressive rocky cliffs and headlands flank the beach, which is part of the Heritage Coast. The access is good and attracts families for a variety of beach activities, especially surfing. Take note of the safety notices.
Access: The nearest access point is Wadebridge or St Merryn village.
Character: Sandy, Rocky, Shingle, Dunes, Cliffs.
Leisure Facilities: Surfing.
Beach Facilities: Cafe/Restaurant, Toilets, Surfboard Hire, First Aid, Lifeguards, Lost Child Centre.
Car Parking: Pay Parking, Disabled Visitors Parking.
Surrounding Area: Village, Shops, Campsite.
Awards: Blue Flag Award, MCS recommended, Seaside Award 2004 (Rural).
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Porthcothan is a sheltered, sandy beach which is ideal for families. The beach is west-facing and backed by grassy dunes, ideal for sunbathing. It is located south of Constantine bay. There is plenty of parking and the nearest village, St Merryn, is only ten minutes drive. The coastal path gives splendid views to both the north and the south as well as having a variety of wildlife.
Access: The nearest town is Padstow.
Character: sandy, rocky, shingle, dunes, cliffs.
Leisure facilities: surfing.
Beach facilities: cafe/restaurant, toilets, first aid, lifeguards, lost lhild centre.
Car parking: pay; disabled visitors parking.
Surrounding area: village, shops, camp site.
Awards: Seaside award 2004 (rural).
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This is a long, wide, sandy beach near Padstow, backed by large dunes blanketed in marram grass and defined by the low headlands and rocky islands. One of Britain's foremost surfing beaches, it receives larger waves than almost anywhere else around the coast. Discovering the many rock pools, surfing, exploring, sand dunes and enjoying the white sand are all popular activities. The coastal path traces the perimeter of the bay over the low cliffs with some seaward views. Take particular note of the safety notices - the sea here is best suited for experienced surfers.
Access: The nearest access point is Wadebridge or St Merryn village.
Character: sandy, rocky, shingle, dunes, cliffs.
Leisure activities: surfing.
Beach facilities: toilets, surfboard hire, first aid, lifeguards, lost child centre.
Car parking: pay parking, disabled visitors parking.
Surrounding area: village, shops, camp site.
Awards: Blue Flag award, MCS recommended, Seaside Award 2004 (rural).
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Port Isaac is a working harbour and not recommended as a recreational beach, although the rock pools at low tide are worth exploring.
Access: Follow B3314 and than take B3267 which will take you to the village.
Character: sandy, rocky,
Leisure facilities: sailing, rock pooling.
Beach facilities: shop, pub, toilets.
Car parking: roadside.
Surrounding area: village, harbour.
Awards: none.
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